NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA)vsPaylocity Holding Corporation (PCTY)
NVDA
NVIDIA Corporation
$218.29
-0.03%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $5.27T
PCTY
Paylocity Holding Corporation
$141.66
-0.84%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $7.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NVIDIA Corporation generates 17004% more annual revenue ($302.97B vs $1.77B). NVDA leads profitability with a 63.7% profit margin vs 15.2%. NVDA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.56. NVDA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (A-).
NVDA
Exceptional Buy80
out of 100
Grade: A-
PCTY
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-52.6%
Fair Value
$143.03
Current Price
$218.29
$75.26 premium
Margin of Safety
+62.0%
Fair Value
$283.03
Current Price
$141.66
$141.37 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 84 in profit
Keeps 64 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 66.2%
Revenue surging 105.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 127.8% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 27.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 23.0x book value
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NVDA
The strongest argument for NVDA centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 63.7% and operating margin at 66.2%. Revenue growth of 105.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PCTY
The strongest argument for PCTY centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.2% and operating margin at 19.1%. Revenue growth of 11.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NVDA
The primary concerns for NVDA are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Price/Book.
Bear Case : PCTY
The primary concerns for PCTY are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NVDA profiles as a growth stock while PCTY is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NVDA carries more volatility with a beta of 2.22 — expect wider price swings.
NVDA is growing revenue faster at 105.9% — sustainability is the question.
NVDA generates stronger free cash flow (21.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NVDA scores higher overall (80/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 63.7% margins and 105.9% revenue growth. PCTY offers better value entry with a 62.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Strong Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
NVIDIA Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Nvidia Corporation is an American multinational technology company incorporated in Delaware and based in Santa Clara, California. It designs graphics processing units (GPUs) for the gaming and professional markets, as well as system on a chip units (SoCs) for the mobile computing and automotive market.
Visit Website →Paylocity Holding Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Paylocity Holding Corporation provides cloud-based payroll and human capital management software solutions for midsize organizations in the United States. The company is headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois.
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